Team Leader Conservation

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YOU A BUSHLAND PARK SPECIALIST WITH LEADERSHIP SKILLS?

$1,381.83 gross per week, plus 17.5% annual leave loading and up to 12.65% superannuation. Permanent Full time position based at our Principal Depot in Charlton. Work a 9 day fortnight with a Rostered Day Off. About Conservation & Pest Management Operating within the Parks & Recreation branch, the Conservation & Pest Management team is a dynamic and focused group that has general responsibility for the control of invasive plants on Council roads, maintenance of invasive animal fences, and for the delivery of other invasive plant and animal programs and projects. The team also manages Council's bushland parks and assists in prescribed burning operations. Working throughout the Region, individual teams are responsible for different tasks, and also work together to assist each other, with a strong culture of collaboration and support. About the position The Team Leader Conservation position will primarily exercise discretion in relation to the selection and organisation of appropriate work processes and resources for the maintenance of bushland parks. They will supervise and work with a team of Rangers to deliver all maintenance tasks, natural resource management, recreation management, and visitor management (including campgrounds) associated with the day to day running of Council's bushland park estate. They may also be called upon to assist with other operations. This position will be required to work across other operational areas within the Branch. This position will work under remote supervision. Professional development and learning opportunities. Salary sacrificing opportunities to boost your superannuation. Corporate discounts on selected private health insurance. Active social club

• TRC Employee's Association. Access to the Fitness Passport Program
• providing access to a wide range of local health, fitness, and leisure facilities with a single membership. Free Flu Vaccinations and Skin Checks. Employee Assistance Program
• free 24 hour nationwide confidential counselling services for employees and their families going through personal or work-related problems. How to be successful in this position
• Success Criteria To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to ensure their qualifications and skills align with the 'Success Criteria' outlined in the Position Description when submitting their application.

How to apply To apply, please ensure you answer all the application questions and submit two documents: Your current resume; and A 1 page document that addresses each of the Success Criteria listed in the Position Description .

For each criterion:

Use headings to identify which criterion you are addressing. Provide specific examples that demonstrate your skills, experience, and achievements related to that criterion. (

Tip :

tell us what you did, how you did it, and what the outcome was). The preferred candidate will be required to undertake a Criminal History Check and a pre-employment medical assessment to assess their ability to perform the genuine occupational requirements of the position.

PLEASE NOTE

Your application may not be considered if you do not follow the instructions outlined above. Visit our website www.tr.qld.gov.au/jobs for information on how to apply for jobs at Toowoomba Regional Council. Applicants are encouraged to apply online. For further information Please contact Simon Bannister

• Coordinator Conservation & Pest Management Operations
• on 0428 183 896 within business hours.

Closing date The closing date for applications is at 11:45pm on Thursday, 21 May 2026. About Council The Toowoomba region is about rich traditions and bold ambitions. Our long and proud agricultural history has evolved Toowoomba into Australia's second largest inland city supporting diverse townships in the council area and acting as a service centre for South West Qld and North West NSW. The region is boldly forging new opportunities around the Surat Basin resource sector, education, health, transport and massive infrastructure investments. Growth hasn't come at the expense of liveability though, with Toowoomba twice voted in the top 5 most family friendly cities in Australia. Toowoomba Regional Council services a regional population of 178,500 and employs a team of approximately 1,600 staff, dedicated and passionate about delivering excellent customer service to the community, residents and visitors throughout the region. We recognise that our success depends upon attracting and retaining skilled and talented staff and offer a wide variety of interesting challenges and opportunities to develop your career. Council does not accept unsolicited agency approaches or applications for this or any other vacancy. No response will be provided.

Attachments:

• Position Description
• Team Leader Conservation (3490).pdf
• TRC Values and Behaviours.

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